A hydrating, vitamin-rich mocktail recipe that’s perfect for pregnancy, postpartum recovery, or simply staying cool and energised in the heat. Packed with polyphenols, antioxidants and electrolytes, this vibrant drink supports digestion, iron absorption, and hydration — all while tasting like an Italian holiday in a glass.

Often us women operate under a myth of "doing it all" and we see that more than ever in motherhood. We expect ourselves to be back in jeans within x weeks, reply to emails and messages while nursing, and meal prep with one hand while rocking a baby with the other. We’ve come to confuse rest with weakness, while being “busy” is worn like a badge of honour. Often, the only rest we’re getting is when we sleep and most of us are definitely not getting enough of that either.

Rooted in principles from Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine, this warming, fibre-rich green quinotto supports the body’s natural healing processes after birth. In Ayurveda, postpartum nourishment centres on rebuilding ojas (vital energy) through warm, easy-to-digest foods that ground and strengthen the body — exactly what this creamy, herb-infused dish offers.

When my son Bodhi was born, my daughter was four and had just started school. My partner — a chef — was deep in the chaos of opening a new restaurant, so wasn’t around much. And suddenly I was juggling it all: newborn feeds, school runs, packed lunches, a very fussy eater, and trying to stay upright (and sane) on very little sleep. Nutrition has always been important to me, but in those early weeks I just didn’t have the time or capacity to cook — let alone make something d